A
review of Ireland’s compliance with the European Social Charter has found that
fees for work permits are ‘excessive’ while there is a lack of equality of
access to vocational education. A Council of Europe report found that Ireland is failing to conform with
international commitments on access to work and vocational education for
migrants, according to the Immigrant Council of Ireland.Work
permit fees have dramatically risen from the range of €65-500 in 2007 to the
present levels of €500-2,250. The Committee ruled the fees being charged are
excessive and are likely to prevent or discourage foreign workers from gainful
employment as well as leaving them open to exploitation my employers who are
unwilling to pay the fees. This increase is on top of the doubling of the
immigration registration fee for many people from outside the European Economic
Area implemented last November. These fees are being applied to people who are
legally here and contribute to our economy.
This
report shows that there is much work required to ensure Ireland is more
welcoming to those who wish to contribute to our society. The failure to ensure
equality of access to vocational education and grant support as highlighted in
the report makes for disturbing reading and shows a lack of equality which must
end. It is necessary that the Government ensures Ireland becomes fully
compliant with international commitments made under the European Social
Charter, so as access to work and education is fair and open to all.
To
access the statement of the Immigration Council in relation to the report: http://www.immigrantcouncil.ie/media/press-releases/630-council-of-europe-report-raises-serious-equality-issues-ireland-fails-to-conform-with-work-permit-and-vocational-training
Brophy Solicitors
05.02.13
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